Zippers can easily be added to a knit garment.
Different weights of garments need different weight zippers.
Heavy separating zippers are used on jackets and cardigans.
Regular dress making zippers are used for neck or skirt openings.
METHOD:
The Zipper should be sewn in by hand using a backstitch through both the zipper and the knit piece.
To add a zipper, place the knit edges over the zipper so the zipper teeth are covered and the seam is centered over the zipper. from the right side pin in place.
On the wrong side tack the edges of the zipper to the garment.
Turn to the right side and back stitch the zipper in place. | 
